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Mission Statement

Park University provides access to a quality higher education experience that prepares a diverse community of learners to think critically, communicate effectively, demonstrate a global perspective and engage in lifelong learning and service to others.

Vision Statement

Park University, a pioneering institution of higher learning since 1875, will provide leadership in quality, innovative education for a diversity of learners who will excel in their professional and personal service to the global community.

Enrollment

Student Eligibility

The Completion of an Application for Admission and Evaluation form and payment of appropriate fees and evidence of high school completion is needed. (Refer to the current catalog for further information.) Park University is an Equal Opportunity, Affirmative Action school and a member of the Service Members Opportunity University Network.

Transfer Credits

Park University accepts and records transfer credits for degree candidates only.  We do not accept transfer of credits carrying a grade of D, F, I, W, WP, WF, or classes considered remedial in nature.  Excepting the foregoing restriction, Park will accept transfer credit toward degree requirements from institutions of higher learning accredited by the six regional accrediting associations when such credit is in keeping with the basic philosophy of the University.

Residency Requirements

For a Bachelor of Science degree (BS) - Completion of 30 earned and graded PARK hours.  At least 12 of the 30 must be in the MAJOR core.

All students pursuing a "SECOND Bachelor's DEGREE" (or more) with PARK must complete ADDITIONAL residency requirements - an ADDITIONAL 30 hours with 12 hours needed in the core.

Students may pursue dual degrees if such degrees are approved and readily available at the student's campus center of record.

A student may declare a double major at the time of request of an evaluation by submitting a Declaration of Major form or an Application for Admission and Evaluation.

Note for veteran benefits recipients:  Dual Objective Programs, requiring more hours than a standard degree, which are reasonably related to a single career field may be pursued by veterans.  The student shall file a statement pertaining to his/her 'career field of pursuit' showing the relatedness of the objectives that is approved by school officials.  The programs of pursuit must be approved by the State Approving Agency of jurisdiction in which the campus presides.  Contact your Veterans Affairs representative on campus for more information. 

Registration

Campus enrollment may be completed in the Community College of the Air Force office one month prior to the term starting.  Internet registration is always ongoing.  Registration must be either done in person, via email, fax or online – NOT BY PHONE.  To register online through OPEN, go to http://www.park.edu/online/enrollinfo.asp for instructions.

Tuition

You may remit your tuition and fees using the following:  Personal checks, money orders, VISA, MasterCard, and Discover.  Payment in full is due unless using one of the payment methods listed below (if you meet eligibility requirements).  Payment will be accepted by Community College of the Air Force or you may pay Online in OPEN using the credit cards listed.

Tuition assistance forms must be received by Community College of the Air Force before the first class of the term.

PELL/GSL:  10% of tuition due at registration first term each year the student uses student aid with Park University.  The student is then accountable for any debit posted to his/her account upon disbursement of financial aid.

VA:  25% of tuition due at registration, balance is due 5 days after payment is received from the VA.

DOD: Must have completed 1556 with obligating signature.

Tuition and fees from a prior semester must be paid before enrollment in a successive term.

Graduates

Students completing the last 12 semester hours or less must complete the application for diploma. Please contact the Community College of the Air Force office for additional information.

Refund Policy

Park University assumes the responsibility of providing instruction throughout the term. The refund policy begins the first day of class. The student will be refunded a portion of tuition if he/she decides to drop during the first week.  (Refer to the current catalog for further information.)  Students must present written notification of drop or withdrawal.

Course Overload Requests

Full-time class load is six (6) credit hours for an eight-week accelerated term. A student may enroll in no more than six (6) hours per term in an accelerated program without prior approval. If you wish to enroll for more than six (6) credit hours, you must request each term, in writing, to do so.  Minimal qualifications are: returning student status and a 3.25 or greater GPA. Registration and payment will not be accepted for courses in excess of six (6) hours until the request has been approved. This applies to Campus courses, Online courses and combinations of Campus and Online courses.

We're available to answer questions about transferring credits, degree requirements, financial aid, earning credit for military or work experience, and more. We're happy to do a free evaluation of your education records.

Park University Community College of the Air Force
8700 NW River Park Drive

Parkville, MO  64152
Phone (877) 505-1059 • FAX (816) - 741-5133 • e-mail: online@park.edu
Home Page: http://www.park.edu/ccaf
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